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“In this speedy world of ours when facts are multiplying rapidly and giant rearrangements are happening all around us, it seems dangerous to be made nervous by the new - to want what we can never have, to want things not to be rearranged. It would be better to be able to take the leap, which is to…” quote by Corita Kent
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“In this speedy world of ours when facts are multiplying rapidly and giant rearrangements are happening all around us, it seems dangerous to be made nervous by the new - to want what we can never have, to want things not to be rearranged. It would be better to be able to take the leap, which is to be able not only to live with change and newness, but even to help make it.”

Corita Kent

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

In a fast‑changing world, fear of missing out and resistance to change hinder progress; embracing change and helping shape it is preferable.

In simple terms: Fear of change limits us; embracing it helps growth.

Key Takeaway

Embrace and shape change.

Themes

change fear growth adaptation

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • leadership
  • innovation
  • cultural shifts

Key Concepts

psychology philosophy social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can you take to become a change‑maker?
  • How do you balance stability with innovation?
A Different Perspective

Change can be overwhelming and unpredictable.

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